Engineering Jobs in Waltham Remote

Suffolk is a national enterprise that builds, innovates, and invests. We provide value across the entire project lifecycle through our core construction management services and complementary business lines in real estate investment, design, self-perform construction, and technology start-up investment (Suffolk Technologies). By integrating data, artificial intelligence, and advanced technology through our Seamless Platform, we connect design, construction, and operations to deliver smarter, more predictable results and redefine how America builds.

Suffolk – America’s Contractor – is a national company with more than $8 billion in annual revenue, 3,000 employees, and 17 offices, including Boston (headquarters), New York City, Miami, West Palm Beach, Tampa, Estero, Dallas, Los Angeles, San Francisco, San Diego, Las Vegas, Herndon, U.S. Virgin Islands, and other key markets. Suffolk manages some of the most complex and transformative projects in the country, serving clients across healthcare, life sciences, education, gaming, aviation, transportation, government, mission critical, and commercial sectors. Suffolk is privately held and is led by founder, chairman and CEO John Fish. Suffolk is ranked #8 on ENR’s list of “Top CM-at-Risk Contractors.” For more information, visit and follow Suffolk on Facebook, Twitter, LinkedIn, YouTube, and Instagram.

The Role:

The primary responsibility of the Senior Preconstruction Manager is to intake and steer construction opportunities through the RFP stage of estimating and preconstruction, all the way through a successful buyout and purchasing phase, before turning the project over to Operations. The Senior Preconstruction Manager will coordinate heavily with Corporate Operational leadership and resources, as well as the Estimating team for the purpose of submitting comprehensive proposals during the project pursuit and pre-construction phases. The successful candidate will be able to identify, coordinate, and communicate proposal development between all internal and external stakeholders.

Responsibilities:

• Coordinate all project pursuit and pre-construction deliverables from commencement of project pursuit with Corporate, Operational leadership and Estimating
• Review project documentation for quality, content, and constructability
• Identify all required deliverables for the project pursuit / pre-construction effort, and make assignments to the appropriate internal/external stakeholder
• Manage the project pursuit / pre-construction effort timeline, setting deadlines as required to ensure an on time and quality deliverable to the client
• Coordinate with corporate marketing to develop proposal documents as required
• Actively manage the client during the project pursuit / pre-construction effort and maintain a strong relationship throughout to help ensure success
• Assure potential risk factors have been evaluated and reviewed with management
• Coordinate constructability resolutions and request pricing of alternative design concepts
• Ensure preliminary construction schedules are developed in accordance with estimates
• Review cost models during the pre-construction and bidding period
• Assist with contract documents
• Consult with Operation leadership, scheduling, estimating, legal, cost control, and procurement activities
• Monitor design progress for compliance with defined cost, schedule, and quality criteria for the purpose of revising proposals and coordinating resolution of constructability issues during design

Qualifications:

• Degree in Construction, Engineering, or related field desired
• Minimum 10 years of experience in Construction
• Preferred multidisciplinary experience in several (but not all) of the following areas: Preconstruction, Estimating, and Operations
• Estimating and scheduling experience desired
• Experience using computer-based estimating systems desired
• Strong written and verbal communication skills required
• Adept at problem-solving in a manner that avoids conflicts between parties
• Represent the company in a positive manner
• Coordinate the responsibilities of others in the preparation of estimates and budgets
• Understand client-specific standards

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit for long periods of time; talk or hear; perform fine motor, hand and finger skills in the use of a keyboard, telephone, or writing. The employee is frequently required to stands; walk; and reach with arms and/or hands. Specific vision abilities include close vision, distance vision, depth perception and the ability to adjust focus. The employee will spend their time in an office environment with a quiet to moderate noise level. Job site walking.

Suffolk provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, pregnancy or maternity, national origin, citizenship, genetic information, disability, protected veteran, gender identity, age or any other status protected by law. This policy applies to recruiting, hiring, transfers, promotions, terminations, compensation, benefits, and all other terms and conditions of employment. Suffolk will not tolerate any unlawful discrimination toward, or harassment of, applicants or employees by anyone at Suffolk, or anyone working on behalf of Suffolk.

Suffolk is a national enterprise that builds, innovates, and invests. We provide value across the entire project lifecycle through our core construction management services and complementary business lines in real estate investment, design, self-perform construction, and technology start-up investment (Suffolk Technologies). By integrating data, artificial intelligence, and advanced technology through our Seamless Platform, we connect design, construction, and operations to deliver smarter, more predictable results and redefine how America builds.

Suffolk – America’s Contractor – is a national company with more than $9 billion in annual revenue, 3,000 employees, and 17 offices, including Boston (headquarters), New York City, Miami, West Palm Beach, Tampa, Estero, Dallas, Los Angeles, San Francisco, San Diego, Las Vegas, Herndon, U.S. Virgin Islands, and other key markets. Suffolk manages some of the most complex and transformative projects in the country, serving clients across healthcare, life sciences, education, gaming, aviation, transportation, government, mission critical, and commercial sectors. Suffolk is privately held and is led by founder, chairman and CEO John Fish. Suffolk is ranked #8 on ENR’s list of “Top CM-at-Risk Contractors.” For more information, visit and follow Suffolk on Facebook, Twitter, LinkedIn, YouTube, and Instagram.

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Benefits include, competitive salaries, auto allowances and gas cards for certain roles, access to market leading medical and emotional and mental health benefits, dental, and vision insurance plans, virtual care options for physical therapy and primary care, generous paid time off, 401k plan with employer match and access to expert financial resources, company paid and voluntary life insurance, tax deferred savings accounts, 10 backup daycare days each year, short- and long-term disability, commuter benefits and more. For more information, click here.

The Role:

The primary responsibility of the Preconstruction Manager is to intake and steer construction opportunities through the RFP stage of estimating and preconstruction, all the way through a successful buyout and purchasing phase, before turning the project over to Operations. The Preconstruction Manager will coordinate heavily with Corporate Operational leadership and resources, as well as the Estimating team for the purpose of submitting comprehensive proposals during the project pursuit and pre-construction phases. The successful candidate will be able to identify, coordinate, and communicate proposal development between all internal and external stakeholders.

Responsibilities:

• Coordinate all project pursuit and pre-construction deliverables from commencement of project pursuit with Corporate, Operational leadership and Estimating
• Review project documentation for quality, content, and constructability
• Identify all required deliverables for the project pursuit / pre-construction effort, and make assignments to the appropriate internal/external stakeholder
• Manage the project pursuit / pre-construction effort timeline, setting deadlines as required to ensure an on time and quality deliverable to the client
• Coordinate with corporate marketing to develop proposal documents as required
• Actively manage the client during the project pursuit / pre-construction effort and maintain a strong relationship throughout to help ensure success
• Assure potential risk factors have been evaluated and reviewed with management
• Coordinate constructability resolutions and request pricing of alternative design concepts
• Ensure preliminary construction schedules are developed in accordance with estimates
• Review cost models during the pre-construction and bidding period
• Assist with contract documents
• Consult with Operation leadership, scheduling, estimating, legal, cost control, and procurement activities
• Monitor design progress for compliance with defined cost, schedule, and quality criteria for the purpose of revising proposals and coordinating resolution of constructability issues during design

Qualifications:

• Degree in Construction, Engineering, or related field desired
• Minimum 5 years of experience in Construction
• Preferred multidisciplinary experience in several (but not all) of the following areas: Preconstruction, Estimating, and Operations
• Estimating and scheduling experience desired
• Experience using computer-based estimating systems desired
• Strong written and verbal communication skills required
• Adept at problem-solving in a manner that avoids conflicts between parties
• Represent the company in a positive manner
• Coordinate the responsibilities of others in the preparation of estimates and budgets
• Understand client-specific standards

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit for long periods of time; talk or hear; perform fine motor, hand and finger skills in the use of a keyboard, telephone, or writing. The employee is frequently required to stands; walk; and reach with arms and/or hands. Specific vision abilities include close vision, distance vision, depth perception and the ability to adjust focus. The employee will spend their time in an office environment with a quiet to moderate noise level. Job site walking.

Suffolk provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, pregnancy or maternity, national origin, citizenship, genetic information, disability, protected veteran, gender identity, age or any other status protected by law. This policy applies to recruiting, hiring, transfers, promotions, terminations, compensation, benefits, and all other terms and conditions of employment. Suffolk will not tolerate any unlawful discrimination toward, or harassment of, applicants or employees by anyone at Suffolk, or anyone working on behalf of Suffolk.

Suffolk is a national enterprise that builds, innovates, and invests. We provide value across the entire project lifecycle through our core construction management services and complementary business lines in real estate investment, design, self-perform construction, and technology start-up investment (Suffolk Technologies). By integrating data, artificial intelligence, and advanced technology through our Seamless Platform, we connect design, construction, and operations to deliver smarter, more predictable results and redefine how America builds.

Suffolk – America’s Contractor – is a national company with more than $8 billion in annual revenue, 3,000 employees, and 17 offices, including Boston (headquarters), New York City, Miami, West Palm Beach, Tampa, Estero, Dallas, Los Angeles, San Francisco, San Diego, Las Vegas, Herndon, U.S. Virgin Islands, and other key markets. Suffolk manages some of the most complex and transformative projects in the country, serving clients across healthcare, life sciences, education, gaming, aviation, transportation, government, mission critical, and commercial sectors. Suffolk is privately held and is led by founder, chairman and CEO John Fish. Suffolk is ranked #8 on ENR’s list of “Top CM-at-Risk Contractors.” For more information, visit and follow Suffolk on Facebook, Twitter, LinkedIn, YouTube, and Instagram.

The Role:

Suffolk is seeking people who are bold. Curious. Innovative. Caring. Looking for the career opportunity of a lifetime. We’ll challenge and inspire you to be your very best. We’ll embrace what makes you unique and lift you up as you take chances. Here, you’ll find a place where you can act with purpose and integrity, bringing intelligence and grit to every aspect of your job. Join us for the chance to achieve your ambitions and build your legacy.

The Director of Preconstruction is a critical team member responsible for overseeing project strategy development, management of risk, fostering business growth, and creating and advancing relationships with clients and partners. This role is responsible for leadership and guidance of a team of preconstruction managers.

Responsibilities:

• Lead team responsible for responses to RFPs and position SCCI as a contract partner of choice
• Build and maintain relationships with all internal and external stakeholders
• Coordinate closely with Lead Estimators to establish continuously refined scopes of work
• Coordinate closely with Operations’ client account managers to help ensure consistency of service
• Coach, mentor, and develop preconstruction management team
• Facilitate relationships between preconstruction managers, Operations teams, planning teams, digital engineering, Suffolk Design, and marketing teams
• Coordinate work with internal departments to leverage the use of company tools
• Direct continuous improvement and change management processes within the department
• Participate in Go/No Go Process for new client pursuits
• Oversee prequalification progress and tracking of awarded trade partner contracts
• Establish and ensure conformance with SCCI general conditions staffing models
• Serve as final
• Oversee coordination of bid forms, bonds and insurance requirements for the bid
• Create and manage preconstruction services proposals
• Take part in client presentations and attend interviews
• Oversee coordination of trade contract production in accordance with SCCI SOPs
• Manage communication with clients through award decision after bid submissions
• Exhibit and Reinforce SCCI Core Values

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s Degree, preferably in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, Architecture or related field
• 15 or more years of experience in Estimating, Procurement, or Project Management
• Demonstrated communication and presentation skills
• Collaborative leadership style
• Deep technical knowledge of construction with experience in data centers preferred
• Understanding of market conditions and ability to foster competitive advantage
• Experience in all aspects of preconstruction to include scheduling, staffing, and risk management
• Experience working with and leading geographically dispersed teams is preferred
• Experience with design-build project delivery is preferred

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit for long periods of time; talk or hear; perform fine motor, hand and finger skills in the use of a keyboard, telephone, or writing. The employee is frequently required to stand; walk; and reach with arms and/or hands. Specific vision abilities include close vision, distance vision, depth perception and the ability to adjust focus. The employee will spend their time in an office environment with a quiet to moderate noise level. Job site walking.

Suffolk provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, pregnancy or maternity, national origin, citizenship, genetic information, disability, protected veteran, gender identity, age or any other status protected by law. This policy applies to recruiting, hiring, transfers, promotions, terminations, compensation, benefits, and all other terms and conditions of employment. Suffolk will not tolerate any unlawful discrimination toward, or harassment of, applicants or employees by anyone at Suffolk, or anyone working on behalf of Suffolk.

About the Company

Norfolk Design & Construction is a leading real estate development firm committed to enhancing project efficiency and fostering community development in the greater Boston area. As a certified Minority Business Enterprise (MBE) and Veteran Business Enterprise (VBE), we specialize in affordable housing, mixed-use developments, and commercial renovations.

Our projects emphasize high-performance building standards, sustainability, and energy efficiency — including Passive House and PHIUS-certified construction — along with inclusive hiring practices that drive economic growth and long-term community impact.

We are seeking a dedicated and experienced Construction Superintendent to oversee and manage construction projects from inception to completion. The ideal candidate will ensure projects are delivered on schedule, within budget, and in compliance with safety regulations, quality standards, and high-performance building requirements.

About the Role

This role requires strong leadership skills, deep knowledge of construction processes, and experience with energy-efficient, high-performance, or Passive House (PHIUS) construction standards.

Responsibilities

• Supervise daily construction site operations, ensuring adherence to project schedules and milestones.
• Collaborate with project managers, architects, engineers, contractors, and subcontractors to coordinate work activities and resolve issues.
• Review blueprints and construction documents to ensure accurate implementation of design intent, including high-performance envelope and air-sealing details.
• Oversee implementation of Passive House / PHIUS standards, including air barrier continuity, thermal bridge mitigation, insulation detailing, and window/door installation best practices.
• Coordinate blower door testing, envelope inspections, and other quality control measures required for high-performance building certification.
• Ensure strict compliance with OSHA regulations and safety standards.
• Utilize software tools such as Procore, MS Project, and Prolog for project management and documentation.
• Conduct regular quality inspections to ensure workmanship meets project specifications and sustainability goals.
• Manage vendor and subcontractor contracts, ensuring scope compliance and performance standards are achieved.
• Provide training and mentorship to junior staff on construction practices, safety protocols, and high-performance building standards.
• Prepare regular reports on project progress, including schedules, budgets, and resource allocation.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, or related field preferred.
• In lieu of a degree, a minimum of 7–10 years of construction management experience, with at least 5 years in a superintendent role.
• Proven experience in residential and commercial construction, particularly in urban settings.
• Experience with Passive House, PHIUS, or other high-performance building standards strongly preferred.
• Demonstrated understanding of building science principles, including air sealing, thermal continuity, moisture management, and energy modeling coordination.
• Experience coordinating envelope testing (e.g., blower door testing) and working with HERS raters or PHIUS verifiers is a plus.
• Strong knowledge of construction processes, materials, and legal building regulations.
• Proficiency in blueprint reading and technical drawing interpretation.
• Experience using construction management software such as Procore or Prolog is highly desirable.
• Excellent leadership skills with the ability to manage teams and multiple priorities simultaneously.
• Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
• Effective communication skills for engaging clients, contractors, consultants, and internal teams.

Required Skills

• Strong leadership skills
• Deep knowledge of construction processes
• Experience with energy-efficient, high-performance, or Passive House (PHIUS) construction standards

Preferred Skills

• Experience with Passive House, PHIUS, or other high-performance building standards
• Experience coordinating envelope testing (e.g., blower door testing)
• Experience using construction management software such as Procore or Prolog

Pay range and compensation package

$90,000 - $100,000

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Why Join Norfolk Design & Construction?

• Be part of a company that values diversity, sustainability, and community impact.
• Work on meaningful, high-performance projects that contribute to the growth and development of the greater Boston area.
• Collaborate with a talented and mission-driven team committed to excellence and innovation.

What We Do:

SMK Services, Inc. (SMK) is a Construction Management and Engineering services consultancy based in Belmont, Massachusetts. Our clients include public agencies, professional engineering firms, general contractors, and subcontractors. We provide services in Project Management, Construction Build Strategy, Scheduling, Engineering Support, Construction Estimating, Claims Analysis and Field Services.

With a growing client base and an expanding range of services, SMK is seeking a Construction Project Manager to join our team in the Greater Boston Area.

Company Culture:

SMK is an exciting, collaborative, supportive environment where we take pride in the work we do and celebrate our collective success. We cultivate a strong sense of community, one where colleagues’ voices are valued, growth is encouraged, and leadership remains open and accessible. As our firm continues to expand, the successful candidate will help shape and strengthen SMK’s culture alongside us.

Opportunities for Growth:

SMK is a growing business that is continually evolving, creating meaningful opportunities for employees to grow alongside the company and advance their careers. We actively encourage and support colleagues in developing their careers in areas of the business and industry that align with their interests and passions. SMK offers ongoing professional development opportunities to broaden employee knowledge and ensure our team stays current with the latest industry practices and innovations.

Why SMK

SMK is intentionally built as a close-knit, highly collaborative team where people genuinely know, trust, and support one another. Our size allows for real relationships, open communication, and a workplace where individual contributions are visible and valued.

We pride ourselves on creating a warm, engaging, and supportive environment, one where experienced professionals can do their best work without bureaucracy or being lost in the crowd. Leadership is hands-on and accessible, collaboration is the norm, and we care deeply about both the quality of our work and the well-being of our team.

At SMK, you’re not just filling a role, you’re joining a group of professionals who respect each other’s expertise, enjoy working together, and are committed to growing the firm thoughtfully and sustainably.

The Role:

SMK is seeking an experienced Construction Project Manager to coordinate and supervise a diverse portfolio of contracts, primarily in the infrastructure field (highway/bridge or transit). The ideal candidate should have experience in Civil and Structural construction projects as well as having experience in general construction methodologies, disciplines and procedures. 

Ideal Candidate

The ideal candidate is an experienced construction professional with a strong background in civil and structural infrastructure projects who excels in a client-facing, consulting-oriented environment. They possess the ability to clearly visualize construction sequencing and phasing and to lead the development of thoughtful, practical build strategies that balance feasibility, risk, schedule, and cost.

They are comfortable managing project-level internal teams that may include estimators, schedulers, and assistant project managers, providing direction and coordination to ensure project objectives are executed efficiently and consistently. This individual can bring together work from different team members into clear, consistent deliverables.

The ideal candidate brings strong written communication skills and is experienced in independently authoring professional reports, technical memoranda, and narratives. They are equally adept at reviewing and quality-controlling the work of others, ensuring analytical rigor, clarity, and consistency before deliverables are issued to clients.

Highly organized and analytical, this individual can manage multiple projects and priorities while maintaining attention to detail. They communicate clearly and confidently, exercise sound professional judgment, and are comfortable representing SMK in discussions related to constructability, scheduling, cost, and risk.

They value collaboration, mentorship, and continuous improvement and are motivated by contributing to a close-knit, high-performing team. Adaptable and proactive, the ideal candidate is willing to step beyond their core responsibilities when needed to support colleagues, strengthen client relationships, and help grow the firm.

Key Responsibilities:

In this role, you will be responsible for a variety of tasks, including:

• Conducting site visits to enforce project requirements while recording project progress and assisting in the resolution of field issues.
• Preparing and reviewing submittals, RFIs and other official project correspondence.
• Attending and leading project issues, progress and change order negotiation meetings.
• Performing reviews of design documents for: (1) Compliance with project requirements; (2) Interdisciplinary coordination; (3) Analysis of conceptual feasibility and review for fatal flaws.
• Reviewing design plans and specifications to: (1) Propose means and methods build strategies with phasing and sequencing in report format; (2) Evaluate constructability, risk, delay, and cost overrun mitigation.
• Ability to develop and manage the development of: (1) Construction cost estimates; (2) Claim reviews and performing change order analysis; (3) Schedules using Primavera P6 and phasing methodology for construction activities; (4) Reviews on contractor schedule updates, time impact analyses and recovery efforts while proposing solutions to scheduling issues.
• Performing and presenting Risk Assessments and Value Engineering studies.
• Monitoring and tracking SMK project budgets.
• Assisting in the development and preparation of scope and fee proposals to clients.
• Supervising and mentoring entry level project management staff.

Key Attributes:

• Strong, intuitive understanding of construction principles, sequencing, and contractor means and methods.
• Ability to read, understand and interpret design drawings, specifications, and schedules.
• Exceptional written, verbal, and organizational skills.
• Demonstrated proficiency in independently authoring clear, well-structured analytical reports and narratives.
• Ability to think critically and think of solutions to complex problems in a dynamic environment.
• Sound judgment and confidence when engaging directly with clients.
• Ability to manage priorities and handle multiple tasks at once.
• Willingness to assist with other non-project management tasks as needed.

Qualifications:

• A Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or a related field.
• A minimum of 7+ years of Project Management related experience in the civil heavy construction/transportation field.
• 5+ years experience with concrete placement, earth support systems, deep foundation construction, marine construction, structural steel erection, structural demolition, highway construction, drainage system construction, Interstate Highway traffic controls, environmental protection systems and field survey/layout.
• Required proficiency in Bluebeam and Microsoft Office 365.
• Experience with HCSS, Bid2Win, and/or Estimating Link
• Experience with Primavera P6 or Microsoft Project
• Valid driver’s license and access to a personal vehicle.
• Authorization to work in the United States.

Additional Employment Information:

• Full-time salaried position.
• Annual starting salary of $120,000 to $160,000, dependent on experience.
• Paid Time Off.
• Eleven days of holiday pay.
• Generous retirement plan contribution.
• Paid office parking.
• Cell phone allowance.
• Medical and dental insurance.
• Hybrid work structure with remote and in-office days based on workload, collaboration needs, client meetings, training, and experience level.
• Primary work location is office-based, with occasional site visits throughout New England.

Note to Applicants

This role requires significant experience in Civil (Heavy) Construction field, with Transportation experience preferred. We encourage applicants who closely match the qualifications outlined above to apply. Candidates whose experience does not align with the requirements will not be considered at this time.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement:

SMK provides equal employment opportunity in employment and advancement for all persons regardless of race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, status as a protected veteran and persons with a disability, at all employment levels, including the executive level. We do not and will not discriminate against any applicant or employee regardless of race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, status as a protected veteran and persons with a disability for any position for which the applicant or employee is qualified. Such affirmative action shall apply to all employment practices, including, but not limited to hiring, upgrading, demotion or transfer, recruitment, recruitment advertising, layoff or termination, rates of pay or other forms of compensation, and selection for training, including apprenticeship and on-the-job training.